'So happy to be in the final, Thailand has put Xuan Son in their sights'

Thailand successfully overcomes the slope in the semi-finals

Meeting the Philippines in the second leg of the AFF Cup 2024 semi-final, the Thai team encountered many difficulties. Despite a good start, with 2 goals from Peeradon (minute 37) and Gustavsson (54), in the 84th minute, the "War Elephants" let Kristensen score, sealing the result 1-2 after the official match time, thereby equalizing the score 3-3 and forcing the match to extra time. It was not until the 116th minute that Suphanat Mueanta shone with a beautiful header, helping Thailand win with a total score of 4-3, earning a ticket to the final match of the AFF Cup 2024.

After the match with the Philippines, midfielder Supachok could not hide his joy. He expressed: “Today, I have to admit that the Thai team had to try their best to win. It was an interesting match but also full of difficulties and tension. I am very happy and happy because today Thailand was able to play in the final match of the AFF Cup 2024.

I would like to sincerely thank all Thai football fans who came to Rajamangala Stadium today to cheer us on. We can feel your love for football. In addition, those who watched live on TV also played an important role in helping us win this match.”

Supachok: ‘Thật hạnh phúc khi vào được chung kết, Thái Lan đã đưa Xuân Son vào tầm ngắm’- Ảnh 1. — Supachok and the Thai team had two tough semi-final matches against the Philippines.

After defeating the Philippines in the semi-finals, the Thai team will meet the Vietnamese team in the final of the AFF Cup 2024. The first leg between the two teams will take place on January 2, 2025 at Viet Tri Stadium, while the second leg of the final will take place on January 5, 2025 at Rajamangala Stadium.

When asked about the final match, Supachok affirmed that the Vietnamese team is one of the toughest teams at the AFF Cup 2024. At the same time, the Thai star also unexpectedly mentioned Xuan Son.

“The Vietnamese team is one of the best teams in the tournament as well as in Southeast Asia. The proof is that they have entered the final with a great journey and quite convincingly. However, Thailand is confident in their potential and ready to win.

Overall, Thailand has not yet studied much about the Vietnamese team. However, the Thai coaching staff has paid close attention to striker Nguyen Xuan Son. He is the difference of the Vietnamese team that Thailand must pay special attention to," Supachok added.